Machesney Park, IL

Illinois · Winnebago County · Rockford Metro

Machesney Park is a small city in Illinois with a population of 22,744. Residents earn $74,244 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

22,744 Population 1,792/sq mi density

$74,244 Median Income $34,709 per capita

$162,500 Home Value $196,811 Zillow

$1,109 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

248 Violent Crime/100K 1,850 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$74,244 median income, 4.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$162,500 home value, $1,109/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

248 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)

Education

2.4 / 5.0

18.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $74,244

1% lower than US avg

Home Value $162,500

42% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 248/100K

35% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.1%

46% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,109

5% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.2%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.2%

34% lower than US avg

How Machesney Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22,744

Median Age40.5 yrs

Density1,792/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans5.7%

Economy

Median Income$74,244

Per Capita$34,709

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty8.2%

County GDP$18,798M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$162,500

Rent$1,109

Ownership80.5%

Zillow$196,811

Housing Units9,258

Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

Violent248/100K

Property1,850/100K

Murder8.9/100K

Assault181/100K

Burglary230/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking16.2%

Depression24.9%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation744 ft (227 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.1%

High School+91.1%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score4.74

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%

Commute22 min

Broadband94.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries12

Is Machesney Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Machesney Park receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Machesney Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Machesney Park is $74,244, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Machesney Park is $162,500, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Machesney Park is below the national average at 248 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,850 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Machesney Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Machesney Park has a population of 22,744 with a density of 1,792 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.1% of residents, while 6.9% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

22,744

Total Population

1,792

People / sq mi

40.5yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

13.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Machesney Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.1%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.9%

49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Machesney Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Machesney Park is $74,244, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,709 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,142, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,870 business establishments, including 623 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Machesney Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$74,244
	1% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,709
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,142
IRS Avg AGI	$65,398
Gini Index	0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	8.2%
	34% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,870
County GDP	$18,798M

Business (County)

Restaurants	623
Healthcare	668
Retail	907
Manufacturing	521

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,763
	93% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.4 min
Drive Alone	84.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Machesney Park is $162,500, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,811, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,258 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $6,763 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$162,500
	42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$196,811
Median List Price	$214,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$214,950
$/Sq Ft	$114
Homes Sold	15
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.9%
Price Drops	6.7%
Inventory	15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,109
	5% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,294
Rent Burden	26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	80.5%
Owner-Occupied	80.5%
Renter-Occupied	19.5%
Housing Units	9,258
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,763
	93% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.16%

In Machesney Park, 40.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 19.7% report binge drinking. 23.7% are physically inactive. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,423. The dentist ratio is 1:1,171. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

1.4

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

1.4

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

2.9

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

87.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.7

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

132.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Machesney Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.2%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.7%
Physical Inactivity	23.7%
Depression	24.9%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.5%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,423
Dentists	1:1,171
Mental Health	1:416
Checkup Rate	75.8%
Dental Visits	61.7%
Premature Death	11,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	90.0%
Healthcare Facilities	668

Machesney Park has a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 181.5 per 100,000, robbery at 8.9, rape at 48.7. The murder rate is 8.9 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,850 per 100,000, 6% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,549, burglary at 230, vehicle theft at 71 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 27 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Machesney Park receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Machesney Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	247.9/100K
	35% below US avg
Murder	8.9/100K
	40% above US avg
Rape	48.7/100K
Robbery	8.9/100K
Assault	181.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,850.1/100K
	6% below US avg
Burglary	230.2/100K
Theft	1,549.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	70.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	27
Traffic Accidents	48
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Machesney Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. The area receives 37.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 744 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.4°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	744 ft (227 m)
Area	13.0 sq mi (33.7 km²)
Population Density	1,792/sq mi
Coordinates	42.3677°N, 89.0245°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Winnebago County County
Nearest Airport	Chicago/Rockford International (RFD) 12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"

2% below US avg

Snowfall 37.1"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.09"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0475 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	92.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	38.9 / 100
Community Resilience	68.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	102 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	62 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	79 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	117 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	84 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	58 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	60 km
Mar 15, 2025	6 km W of Dwight, Illinois	M2.6	149 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

611 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 74 fatalities, 1,384 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990	EF5	95 km	29
Apr 9, 2015	EF4	61 km	2
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	87 km	1
Sep 28, 1972	EF4	95 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	19 km	24
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	67 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	56 km	6
Jun 20, 2021	EF3	97 km	0
Jun 16, 2014	EF3	83 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	61 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	16 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	70 km	1
Jun 17, 1992	EF3	70 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	87 km	0
Aug 5, 1979	EF3	60 km	0
Jun 30, 1977	EF3	88 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	99 km	0
Jun 4, 1975	EF3	97 km	0
Aug 2, 1967	EF3	92 km	2
Apr 16, 1967	EF3	76 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: IBSP SOUTH F1 RX (690 ac, 2024).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2024	IBSP SOUTH F1 RX	690	100 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	70 km
2009	COLD SPRINGS	552	60 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	22°F (-6°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-5°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	2.4 in
April	47°F (9°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.3 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	74°F (23°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.1 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.9 in
October	51°F (10°C)	2.6 in
November	37°F (3°C)	2.5 in
December	24°F (-4°C)	1.9 in

Machesney Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 22°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Machesney Park is located in Winnebago County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 18.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.5% of the vote, a 0.6-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 668 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49%

D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	27
Traffic Accidents	48
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.1%
	46% below US avg
High School+	91.1%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	4.74

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,792/sq mi
Total Area	13.0 sq mi
County	Winnebago County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.0%
Avg Download Speed	101.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	12
Healthcare Facilities	668
Restaurants	623
Retail Stores	907

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.4 min
Drive Alone	84.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.7%

Average costs for common services in Machesney Park. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit	$350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit	$200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning	$130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling	$250 ($150–$400)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement	$300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement	$200 ($100–$350)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair	$400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install	$7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair	$1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement	$9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense	$5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation	$500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation	$2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut	$55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$150 ($75–$250)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour)	$80 ($50–$130)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread	$3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb)	$1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$85 ($50–$150)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$75)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming	$60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$200 ($100–$400)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,220
Toddler	$931
Preschool	$799
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$696
Toddler	$741
Preschool	$671

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Winnebago County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	23,841	544	$71,006	1.32
Manufacturing	22,458	547	$77,653	2.16
Retail Trade	14,200	808	$36,421	1.12
Accommodation & Food Services	10,718	584	$23,045	0.93
Administrative & Waste Services	8,454	312	$43,134	1.14
Transportation & Warehousing	7,298	270	$47,452	1.36
Wholesale Trade	4,613	296	$78,459	0.93
Construction	4,548	537	$85,458	0.69
Other Services	3,571	549	$40,489	0.94
Professional & Technical Services	3,218	492	$78,049	0.37
Arts & Entertainment	2,808	126	$27,215	1.32
Finance & Insurance	2,690	280	$85,170	0.52
Educational Services	1,585	72	$35,335	0.61
Information & Technology	1,091	69	$73,496	0.46
Utilities	1,048	15	$143,713	2.18
Real Estate	925	200	$51,676	0.47
Management of Companies	151	13	$94,083	0.07
Agriculture & Forestry	138	26	$30,571	0.13
Mining & Oil/Gas	8	4	$58,953	0.02

Schools in Machesney Park

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Harlem High School	High	1,875	137	13.7:1
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center	Elementary	553	34	16.3:1
Machesney Elem School	Elementary	344	26	13.2:1
Olson Park Elem School	Elementary	343	21	16.3:1
Marquette Elem School	Elementary	289	19	15.2:1
Ralston Elem School	Elementary	284	19	14.9:1

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Radio Stations near Machesney Park

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Vintage Broadcast	—	MP3 192 kbps
WXXQ Q98.5 FM - Rockford, IL	"rockfords country q98.5", country	MP3 64 kbps
W270CW Iron Country 101.9 FM & WGEZ 1490 AM - Beloit,WI	classic country	AAC+ 32 kbps
WCLO 1230 AM - Janesville, WI	talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Machesney Park

34 national parks and monuments found near Machesney Park.

Park	Type	Fee
Allen Valley Siata	State Park	Free
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Big Foot Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail	State Park	Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Castle Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Channahon State Park	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Cross Plains State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Governor Nelson State Park	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd	State Park	Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Lowden State Park	State Park	Free
Military Ridge State Trail	State Park	Free
Morraine Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New Glarus Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Presidential Park	State Park	Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Silver Springs	State Park	Free
Sugar River State Trail	State Park	Free
White River State Trail	State Park	Free
Whitewater State Park	State Park	Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Machesney Park

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	23,223	$53,688
2015	22,974	$54,655
2017	22,757	$56,488
2019	22,665	$63,662
2021	22,709	$65,442
2023	22,724	$74,244

Museums in Machesney Park

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LOGAN MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		6083632000	$77,785,742
WRIGHT MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		6083632072	$77,785,742
ROCKFORD COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8152264034	$35,251,997
DISCOVERY CENTER MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	711 NORTH MAIN STREET	8159636769	$1,720,351
DISCOVERY CENTER MUSEUM OF ROCKFORD	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8159636769	$1,720,351
HARRY AND DELLA BURPEE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$1,279,879
MIDWAY VILLAGE & MUSEUM CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		8153979112	$1,273,405
ANDERSON GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8152299390	$1,219,088
RIVERFRONT MUSEUM PARK	GENERAL MUSEUM		8159620105	$1,143,069
ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		8159682787	$1,053,491
KLEHM ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2715 S MAIN ST	8159658146	$557,505
TINKER SWISS COTTAGE	HISTORY MUSEUM		8159642424	$279,460
BELOIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083657835	$121,973
BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8155448391	$118,842
POPLAR GROVE AVIATION EDUCATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		3152293320	$113,344
CORONADO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	314 N MAIN STREET	8158476314	$105,563
ILLINOIS LINCOLN HIGHWAY COALITION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$67,388
WELTY ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	8606 W COUNTY ROAD H	6083611377	$63,436
SWEDISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8159635559	$56,429
ST PAUL ON THE RIVERFRONT	GENERAL MUSEUM			$50,678
ETHNIC HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1129 SOUTH MAIN STREET	8159627402	$26,219
MACK TOWN A LIVING HISTORY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2221 FREEPORT ROAD	8156244200	$20,184
MACKTOWN A LIVING HISTORY EDUCATION CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		8156244200	$20,184
BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$18,001
BECKMAN MILL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11600 COUNTY HIGHWAY H	6087511551	$17,362
SOUTH BELOIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8153892173	$13,354
ANGEL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	656 PLEASANT ST	6083629099
BELOIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BURPEE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	737 NORTH MAIN STREET	8159653433
BYRON MUSEUM OF HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8152345031
CHERRY VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	101 E STATE STREET	8153325200
CLINTON COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	609 MILWAUKEE ROAD
DISCOVERY CENTER PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	711 N MAIN STREET
DODADAI	GENERAL MUSEUM		6083632324
GINESTRA GRAHAM HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8159686044
GRAHAM GINESTRA HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8159686044
HANCHETT BARTLETT HOMESTEAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083653811
HISTORIC AUTO MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8153897917
LOCKWOOD PIONEER SCUBA DIVING	HISTORY MUSEUM		8156336969
MEMORIAL HALL	GENERAL MUSEUM		8159691999
MUSEUM COLLECTIVE	GENERAL MUSEUM
PAULSONS AGRICULTURE MUSEUM OF ARGYLE	GENERAL MUSEUM	6910 BELVIDERE RD	8158853846
ROCKFORD AQUARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	401 S MAIN STREET
ROCKTON TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	529 GREEN STREET	8156292210
ROY CHAPMAN ANDREWS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6085141722
SOUTHERN WISCONSIN AIRFEST	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WRIGHT HOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM
ZITELMAN SCOUT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8159623999

Libraries in Machesney Park

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ROCKFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	215 NORTH WYMAN STREET	790,326
NORTH SUBURBAN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	6340 NORTH SECOND STREET	307,525
BELOIT PUBLIC LIBRARY	605 ECLIPSE BLVD.	263,924
IDA PUBLIC LIBRARY	320 NORTH STATE STREET	161,636
CHERRY VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	755 EAST STATE STREET	115,077
TALCOTT FREE LIBRARY DISTRICT	101 EAST MAIN STREET	85,500
WINNEBAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	210 NORTH ELIDA STREET	84,240
BYRON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	100 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET	82,440
CLINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	214 MILL ST.	21,160
SOUTH BELOIT PUBLIC LIBRARY	630 BLACKHAWK BOULEVARD	19,026

Farmers Markets in Machesney Park

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Belvidere Farmer's Market	1940 N. State St.	June to October	Sat:9:00 AM - 12:30 PM;		Visit
Belvidere's Hometown Market	South State Street and East Pleasant Street	06/29/2013 to	Sat: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;
Colonial Village Farmers Market	1240 S. Alpine
Downtown Beloit Farmer's Market	300 block of State Street, 400 block of East Grand Avenue, Gantry parking lot	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Edgebrook Farmers Market	1639 N Alpine & Highcrest	May to October	Wed:9:00 am - 1:00 pm;	Yes	Visit
Founders Market	907 S Main St	July 21, 2012 to July 21, 2012	Sat:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
HCC Realty Markets	1240 S. Alpine Rd				Visit
North End Commons Farmers Market	City lot at Latham and King Streets				Visit
Rockford City Market	Intersection of Water Street and Market Street in downtown Rockford	05/19/2017 to 09/29/2017	Fri: 3:30 PM-8:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Rockton River Market	330 E. Main St. #700				Visit
Roscoe Main StreetSquare Farmers Market	Hwy 251 and Williams Dr.

Restaurants in Machesney Park

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buffalo Wild Wings

Chili's

Happy Wok

Mac Brothers Cheesecake

Noodles & Company

Pizza Hut

Plaza Los Planchos

Sam's on Harlem

Top Dog Pizza and Pub

Cafes in Machesney Park

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Cinemas in Machesney Park

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AMC ShowPlace Machesney Park 14

Clinics in Machesney Park

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cornerstone Clinic

OSF Center for Health Rockcut

Physicians Immediate Care

Dentists in Machesney Park

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Machesney Park Family Dental

Gas Stations in Machesney Park

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

FAS Fuel

Meijer

Mobil

Road Ranger

Banks in Machesney Park

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpine Bank

BMO

Illinois Bank & Trust

LinXus Credit Union

Northwest Bank

Rock Valley Credit Union

Rockford Community Bank

Gyms in Machesney Park

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

D1 Training

Maximum Performance Training

The Body Factory

Golf Courses in Machesney Park

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atwood Homestead

Breweries in Machesney Park

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Carlyle Brewing Co.	Bars & Clubs, Restaurant, Nightlife, Brewery Downtown Rockford, Brewery	215 E State St	8159632739, 739BREW, 8159632	Visit
End Zone The	Banquet Facilities, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants	616 4th St
Granite City Food Brewery	Restaurants, Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries	7140 Harrison Ave 108
Opsahl's Tavern - Rockford	Restaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Liquor Stores, Liquors-off Sale-retail, Pizza, Rockf	3301 11th St	8153999671	Visit
Smsf Club	Brewery	1010 Sandy Hollow Rd	8159620900

Pharmacies in Machesney Park

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 8528	8001 NORTH 2ND STREET	815-636-2949
NORTH PARK PHARMACY	7924 NORTH 2ND STREET	815-633-3431
TARGET	9833 NORTH ALPINE ROAD	815-639-3301
WALGREENS - 12126	1680 WEST LANE ROAD	815-282-1203

EV Charging Stations in Machesney Park

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Pig Minds Brewing Co. - Tesla Destination	4080 Steele Dr	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Machesney Park

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
SE QTR NW QTR SECT 2.0 TWNSHP 25 N RANGE 11E 4TH MRDN	TOWER	91
SE QTR NW QTR SECT 2.0 TWNSHP 25 N RANGE 11E 4TH MRDN	TOWER	91
1401 IPSEN RD	TOWER	91
1401 IPSEN RD	TOWER	91
5363 INTERNATIONAL DR	TOWER	80
5363 INTERNATIONAL DR	TOWER	80
RURAL ROUTE 2 OREILLY ROAD (66595)	MTOWER	59
8521 SCHROEDER ROAD (66601)	MTOWER	57
5713 W. Creedy Road (79569)	LTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Machesney Park

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
North Park Fire Protection District	600 Wood AVE	Mostly volunteer			815-636-3051

Bridges in Machesney Park

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	88	24,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	88	24,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	2011	39	20,100	G
Culvert	Concrete	1964	49	17,300	F
Culvert	Concrete	1964	43	17,300	F
Culvert	Concrete	1989	53	16,100	F
Culvert	Concrete	1998	21	15,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1993	992	12,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2012	113	11,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2012	113	11,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1989	132	11,300	F
Culvert	Concrete	2014	43	10,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1989	32	9,950	F
Culvert	Concrete	1989	32	9,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	601	8,200	P
Culvert	Concrete	2004	22	7,800	G
Culvert	Concrete	2011	39	5,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	58	5,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1962	43	2,850	F
Culvert	Concrete	1966	34	2,550	G
Culvert	Concrete	2022	28	1,400	G
Slab	Concrete	1992	70	1,350	F
Culvert	Concrete	2007	57	1,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	61	750	F
Culvert	Concrete	1956	25	675	F
Culvert	Concrete	1981	31	675	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	70	350	G
Culvert	Concrete	1978	27	200	G

Amtrak Stations in Machesney Park

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Rockford, IL	7559 Walton St	BUS
South Beloit, IL	15766 Manchester Road	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Machesney Park

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
OWENS CORNING FOAM INSULATION LLC ROCKFORD	2710 LAUDE DR.	WINNEBAGO
WPL - ROCK RIVER GENERATING STATION/ALLIANT	827 WBR TOWNLINE RD	ROCK
WPL - ROCK RIVER GENERATING STATION/ALLIANT	827 WBR TOWNLINE RD	ROCK

Airports Near Machesney Park

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chicago Rockford International Airport	RFD	Medium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Aero Lake Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerogrange Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeroview Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport	—	Small Airport
Albany Airport	—	Small Airport
Albertus Airport	FEP	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Aurora Municipal Airport	AUZ	Small Airport
BAKER'S ACRES AIRSTRIP	—	Small Airport
Barker Strip	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Beloit Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Foot Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airfield	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Farms Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Bresson Airport	—	Small Airport
Brodhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Cardinal Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlson Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Casa De Aero Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester Wyss Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Colonial Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Compass Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Dacy Airport	—	Small Airport
Darrington Airport	—	Small Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Delhotal Airport	—	Small Airport
Dixon Municipal Charles R. Walgreen Field	—	Small Airport
Docken Field	—	Small Airport
Dunn Airport	—	Small Airport
Durin RLA Airport	—	Small Airport
Earl Barnickel Airport	—	Small Airport
Early-Merkel Field	—	Small Airport
East Troy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ebert Field	—	Small Airport
Edward Getzelman Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellis Airport	—	Small Airport
Emerick Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferris Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Machesney Park

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Beloit College Security
Beloit Police Department	100 State Street
Beloit Police Department	1133 East Inman Parkway

Grocery Stores in Machesney Park

27 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 60022 60022	Supermarket	1545 W Lane Rd
Bp	Convenience Store	7924 N Alpine Rd
Casey's General Store 3721	Convenience Store	9601 Forest Hills Rd
Clark On The Go	Convenience Store	6217 N 2nd St
CVS Pharmacy 8528	Other	8001 N 2nd St
DOLLAR GENERAL 4366	Other	7931 N Alpine Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 14247	Other	6369 N 2nd St
Dollar Tree 2856	Other	7921 N Alpine Rd
Dollar Tree 8284	Other	1522 W Lane Rd
DOLLARTREE 9113	Other	6307 N 2nd St
Elmwood Bp	Convenience Store	1955 Elmwood Rd
Family Dollar 1988	Other	615 Harlem Rd
Fas Mart 5224	Convenience Store	9095 N 2nd St
Fas Mart 5231	Convenience Store	10114 N 2nd St
Forest Hill Food Mart	Convenience Store	11284 Forest Hills Rd
Kapa Gas	Convenience Store	8332 N 2nd St
Lbs Express Mart Inc	Convenience Store	8320 N 2nd St
Loves Park Mobil 36	Convenience Store	6224 N 2nd St
Meijer 281	Super Store	1770 W Lane Rd
Meijer Gas Station 281	Convenience Store	1774 W Lane Rd
North Second Street Mobil 46	Convenience Store	8200 N 2nd St
Orlando Mobil 18	Convenience Store	9915 Orlando St
Pit Stop Convenience & Gaming	Other	7918 Scott Ln
Schnucks 753	Super Store	1810 Harlem Rd
Target Store 1799	Super Store	9833 N Alpine Rd
Walgreens 12126	Other	1680 W Lane Rd
Windsor Mini Mart	Convenience Store	1038 Windsor Rd

Treatment Centers in Machesney Park

13 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Beloit Health Systems - Counseling Care	Both	608-364-5686
Crusader Community Health	Substance Abuse	815-490-1600
Harmony Ctr for Holistic Psychotherapy - Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQIA Csl Prog	Both	815-639-0300
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin	Substance Abuse	608-752-7660
Remedies Renewing Lives	Substance Abuse	815-966-1285
Rosecrance Inc - Belvidere Clinic	Both	815-391-1000
Rosecrance Inc - CILA Auburn	Mental Health	815-691-8551
Rosecrance Inc - Crisis Residential	Mental Health	815-391-1000
Rosecrance Inc - Griffin Williamson Adol Campus	Substance Abuse	815-391-1000
Rosecrance Inc - Harrison Adult Campus/Health Ctr	Substance Abuse	815-391-1000
Rosecrance Inc - Ware Center	Both	815-391-1000
Salvation Army - Adult Rehabilitation Center	Substance Abuse	815-397-0440
Swedish American Hospital - Center for Mental Health Services	Both	779-696-4176

DOL Wage Violations in Machesney Park

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $57,377 in back wages owed to 29 employees.

Violations

$57,377

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
(Pete's) Tom & Jerry's (Machesney Park)	—	—	61115	—	1	$30,578	$1,911	16
Fiesta Grill	—	—	61115	—	1	$26,117	$2,902	9
CITGO	—	Citgo	61115	—	1	$682	$171	4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Machesney Park

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH	7424 N 2ND ST
EVANS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	7605 N 2ND ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MACHESNEY PARK	718 HARLEM RD
HIS KINGDOM PRODUCTIONS	7167 MULLINSHIRE WAY
INTERNATIONAL FREEDOM MINISTRY INC	9116 KIPLING WAY
NORTH PARK CHURCH OF CHRIST	7620 ELM AVE
NORTH PARK EVANG COVENANT CHURCH MACHESNEY PARK IL	545 SUPERIOR AVE
PARK CITY CHURCH INC	10714 N 2ND ST
TRUE VINE CHAPEL	8532 SHORE DR
VIETNAMESE BUDDHIST ASSOCIATION NFP-TU VIEN PHO HIEN	1100 OLD RALSTON RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Machesney Park

What is the population of Machesney Park?

Machesney Park has a population of 22,744 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,792 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Machesney Park expensive to live in?

Machesney Park has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $74,244, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,500 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Machesney Park safe?

Machesney Park is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,850 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Machesney Park receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Machesney Park?

Machesney Park has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Machesney Park?

Machesney Park has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,142. There are 5,870 business establishments in the area, including 623 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Machesney Park?

The median home value in Machesney Park is $162,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,811. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,109. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,763.

How are the schools in Machesney Park?

Schools in Machesney Park have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.1% of adults in Machesney Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Machesney Park?

The obesity rate in Machesney Park is 40.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 23.7% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,423.

What is transportation like in Machesney Park?

The average commute in Machesney Park is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Machesney Park?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Machesney Park is 86.8% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 93.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.9% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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